I Love You (Taeyeon song)

"I Love You" is a song recorded by South Korean singer Taeyeon, the leader of the K-pop group Girls' Generation. It served as a soundtrack single for the South Korean television drama Athena: Goddess of War (2010). The song was released digitally on December 13, 2010.

The song is a ballad characterized by Taeyeon's powerful vocals and emotional delivery. Lyrically, the song explores themes of unrequited love and longing. It details the pain and vulnerability associated with expressing deep affection, even when the feelings may not be reciprocated.

"I Love You" was commercially successful, charting well on various South Korean music charts upon its release. It is considered one of Taeyeon's earlier solo successes and helped solidify her reputation as a talented vocalist within the K-pop industry. The song has since become a staple in her discography and is often performed live at her concerts.

The music video for "I Love You" features scenes from Athena: Goddess of War, highlighting the emotional narratives of the drama’s characters and their romantic entanglements. The song’s melancholic tone and lyrics are visually amplified by the drama's dramatic storyline.